India Tells Meta Safe Harbour Won't Cover CSAM Violations

No safe harbour in case of child sexual abuse content, says govt in ‘hard talk’ with Meta: Report

The government had a “hard talk” with Meta on child sexual abuse material and has clarified that circulation of such content is a clear violation. 

‘Safe harbour won’t cover CSAM violations’: Centre tells Meta

The government told Meta its content moderation must better reflect India’s linguistic and cultural context instead of relying only on global standards.

India Tightens Stance on CSAM Violations, Directive to Meta

The Indian government has informed Meta that safe harbour protections won't be extended to those involved in child sexual abuse material violations, urging greater sensitivity in content moderation considering India's cultural context. This comes amid increased scrutiny over digital platforms' regulation and accountability, echoing global concerns.

Centre tells Meta safe harbour won't cover CSAM violations: Govt Sources

The government tells Meta that its content moderation mechanisms need to demonstrate greater sensitivity to India's linguistic and cultural context rather than relying solely on global standards

Centre says Meta acted against violations involving child sexual abuse content

The govt has made it clear to Meta that safe harbor will not be available to individuals or persons involved in CSAM-related violations, sources aware of the matter said

Centre tells Meta safe harbour wont cover CSAM violations, calls for increased sensitivity towards Indias cultural, linguistic context: Govt Sources

The Centre has conveyed to Meta that safe harbour protections will not be available to individuals or persons involved in violations related to child sexual abuse material (CSAM), while stressing that the government has exercised only those powers available under the existing legal and statutory framework, government sources told ANI.